You can make history as a Patron member!

The Historic New England Patron Program brings together our most devoted and visionary friends—people whose generosity and passion ensure that our region’s stories, treasures, and landscapes endure for generations to come.

Whether you are considering joining for the first time or have supported us for many years, we welcome you with gratitude and excitement. The Patron Program offers exceptional opportunities to connect deeply with Historic New England, experience unforgettable moments, and make a lasting difference.

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Visionary Circle | $50,000 or more Join or Renew

Invitation to exclusive event with President and CEO Vin Cipolla
All benefits at the President’s Circle level

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President’s Circle | $25,000 to $49,999 Join or Renew

Access to special curator-led experience for up to ten guests
All benefits at the 1910 Founders Society level

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1910 Founders Society | $10,000 to $24,999 Join or Renew

Access to special workshop on caring for archival materials, including family photographs, documents, and ephemera
Advance registration for travel opportunities with fellow donors on Patron Trips
All benefits at the Preservation Champions level

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Preservation Champions | $5,000 to $9,999 Join or Renew

Private tour for up to four guests at any of our historic sites or of our collections storage
Opportunity to invite two guests to any Patron event
All benefits at the Appleton Circle level

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Appleton Circle | $2,500 to $4,999 Join or Renew

Exclusive programs throughout the year that include behind-the-scenes experiences, fascinating lectures, access to private homes, and tours with curatorial staff
Travel opportunities with fellow donors on Patron Trips
Personalized support and answers to your old-house questions

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All Patron members receive:

Unlimited free admission for six adults plus children under eighteen to all Historic New England sites, Library and Archives, and the Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History
Reciprocal admission to 1,000+ North American Museums and cultural institutions through the North American Reciprocal Museum Association
Member publications, including Historic New England magazine (three issues per year), the Passport to Historic New England, Guide to Historic Properties, and monthly e-news
10% discount on museum shop and greenhouse purchases
Free or discounted admission to events at Historic New England sites

Patron Events

Patrons receive invitations throughout the year to exclusive virtual and in-person special events.

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Patron Trips

Go on national and international trips with fellow Patrons.

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Patron gifts are made to the Historic New England Fund and are fully tax deductible as allowed by law.

Other Ways to Give

Through a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) or private foundation
Gifts of stock, appreciated securities, and wire transfers – contact us for transfer information
If you’d like to send a check, please make it out to Historic New England and mail it to the following address.

Historic New England
Attn: Development Office
151 Essex Street
Haverhill, MA 01832

Please contact the Development Team at 617-994-5951 or Development@HistoricNewEngland.org with any questions about how you can support Historic New England.

Historic New England is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt, charitable organization, whose legal name is the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities. Historic New England’s Tax ID number is 04-2104937.

About Historic New England

Historic New England, founded as the Society for the Preservation of New England Antiquities in 1910, is the oldest, largest and most comprehensive independent preservation organization in the United States, and welcomes the public to thirty-eight exceptional museums and landscapes, including several coastal farms. The organization operates a major collections and archives center in Haverhill, Massachusetts, and has the world’s largest collection of New England artifacts, comprising more than 125,000 decorative arts and objects, and 1.5 million archival documents including photographs, architectural drawings, manuscripts, and ephemera. Engaging education programs for youth, adults, and preservation professionals, and award-winning exhibitions and publications are offered in person and virtually. The Historic New England Preservation Easement program is a national leader and protects more than 128 privately owned historic properties throughout the region.

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